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| National Park Overview: |
 | Located in southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico, lies the Coronado National Forest. The forest covers 1,780,196 acres. Elevations range from 3,000 feet to 10,720 feet in twelve widely scattered mountain ranges or "sky islands" that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting plant communities as biologically diverse as those encountered on a trip from Mexico to Canada. Views are spectauclar from these mountains, and you may experience all four seasons during a single day's journey. Spend the morning wandering among giant saguaros and colorful wildflowers, have a picnic lunch under the brilliant golden leaves of a cottonwood tree, and play in the snow in the afternoon. Interpretive trails in and around historic and prehistoric sites allow you to experience the past in the mountains of southeastern Arizona. Eight wilderness areas encompassing 338,536 acres offer you solitude and primitive recreation. |
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| Camping: |
| Campgrounds and picnic areas on the Coronado are nearly as diverse as the people who come to visit. Campsites are available from an elevation of 3,000 feet up to 9,000 feet, offering a year round season of camping opportunities, and a full spectrum of vegetation and climate zones to choose from.
Forest Service campgrounds are designed to meet your recreational needs. Except for the most primitive sites, they have toilets/outhouses and potable drinking water sources. Most campgrounds are accessible by even the tamest passenger car, and will accommodate large RVs or trailers. No matter which site you choose, you'll find adventure and some peace and quiet in America's Great Outdoors.
As with any public facilities, we do have a few rules we ask you to follow when you visit campgrounds and picnic areas:
CAMPING : If you are staying at a campground, camp only in those places specifically designated or marked at campsites. All vehicles, RVs, and trailers must be parked in the campsite or its driveway. Driving or parking off-road is not permitted. Please observe quiet hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. and be considerate of others.
CAMPFIRES : Campers enjoying the day on Mt. Lemmon.Please obey any fire restrictions posted at the sites. Fires may be limited or prohibited at certain times. Within campgrounds and other recreation areas, fires may only be built in fire rings, stoves, grills, or fireplaces provided for that purpose. Be sure your fire is completely extinguished before leaving. Do not leave your fire unattended. You are responsible for keeping fires under control. Remember, one careless moment with fire can destroy centuries of nature's handiwork.
STAY LIMIT : The stay limit in any National Forest campground is 14 days. Generally, there is a limit of 8 persons occupying each camp site. The Safford Ranger District (Mt. Graham) allows 10 persons to occupy each camp site. Make sure you give everyone else a chance to enjoy the area!
VEHICLE : Drivers must obey all traffic signs and operate their vehicles in accordance with posted regulations, and applicable Federal, State and local laws. Just like everywhere else! Motorized travel is restricted on many roads to protect wildlife habitat and other resources. Information regarding travel limitations is available at Ranger District offices. Allow plenty of time for all motorized outings and please drive safely.
PETS AND ANIMALS : Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas. Pets (except guide dogs) are not allowed in swimming areas or sanitary facilities. Saddle or pack animals are allowed only where authorized by posted instructions.
The Forest has its share of animals as well. Please be considerate and safe around them: they are wild, no matter how tame they may seem at the time. Some areas of the Coronado are black bear country; please check bulletin boards at the specific sites for more information.
FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES : Use of fireworks or other explosives within campgrounds and other recreation areas is prohibited. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing:
You may not expect to find lakes in the arid southwest, and though there are no natural lakes on The Coronado National Forest, several man-made lakes are available for recreational use.
Most of these lakes are stocked by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and offer excellent fishing.
A valid fishing license is required of any person, except residents or non-residents under the age of fourteen years and blind residents, for taking aquatic wildlife from public waters. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Alta Vista Bed and Breakfast Inn - Perched high upon a hill with panoramic views of the beautiful Santa Catalina Mountains in the North, the lovely Rincon Mountains in the East, and the lush Tanque Verde Valley spread out before you.
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| Related Links: |
| Coronado National Forest Home Page - WELCOME TO THE CORONADO NATIONAL FOREST! 300 W. Congress St. Tucson, AZ 85701 Phone: (520) 670-4552 TTY: (520)670-4584 The Coronado National Forest covers 1,780,000 acres of southeastern Arizona ... | | Coronado National Forest Pictures - A collection of pictures and information from Coronado National Forest, in southern Arizona. Covering many mountain ranges in ... Coronado National Forest Welcome to the Coronado National ... | | Cochise Stronghold - Coronado National Forest - Cochise Stronghold is in the Dragoon Mountains, located within the Coronado National Forest in Cochise County, Arizona. Homeland of the Chiricahua Apache offers hiking,camping,rock climbing ... | | Click here to buy Trail guide to the Santa Catalina Mountains, Coronado National Forest, A - Trail guide to the Santa Catalina Mountains, Coronado National Forest, Arizona Trail guide to the Santa Catalina Mountains, Coronado National Forest, Arizona Pete Cowgill 0930896025. | | Arizona Public Lands: Coronado National Forest - Arizona Public Lands: Coronado National Forest ... Mailroom_R3_Coronado@fs.fed.us INFORMATIONAL LINKS Coronado National Forest Coronado National Forest On-line Reservations Growing wolf ... | | Coronado National Forest - Coronado National Forest, Arizona; Alpha Calcit Marble Mine January 27, 2003 (Volume 68, Number 17)] [Notices] [Page 3856-3858 ... Range of the Coronado National Forest in southern Arizona, as ... |
| Directions: |
| Interstate highway 10 east of Tucson, Arizona offers many access routes into the forest via state highways. |
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